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It happened
An earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale occurred in the coastal area of the Arequipa region at around 21:12 May. The epicenter was about 153 kilometers (95 miles) west of Arequipa. The quake occurred at a depth of about 62 km (39 miles), and a slight jolt may have been felt throughout the regions of Arequipa, Moquegua, South Ayacucho and South Apurímac. There were no initial reports of damage or injuries due to the earthquake. Major damage is unlikely. It can take several hours for authorities to make comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely in the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the earthquake area to check for damage. Minor disruptions may occur during closures, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utilities outages are possible, particularly near the epicenter.
advice
Out of an abundance of caution, consider evacuating multi-story buildings in which the vibrations occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitoring and planning for aftershocks.
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